Alcorn James School serves 498 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 23% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 73%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 26% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)23%
73%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)26%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
90%
14%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 73% PA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% PA state average).
How many students attend Alcorn James School?
498 students attend Alcorn James School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Alcorn James School students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alcorn James School?
Alcorn James School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alcorn James School offer ?
Alcorn James School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Alcorn James School part of?
Alcorn James School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
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